BBC Sounds in the USA

BBC Sounds is not available in the United States. American listeners and British expats in the US are blocked from the BBC Sounds website and app because the service only accepts UK IP addresses. This guide explains why and shows you how to get access.

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Simple Setup

How to Access BBC Sounds from the USA

1

Sign up for BritVPN

3-day free trial, no credit card required.

2

Install BritVPN

Works on your phone, laptop, or browser.

3

Connect to a UK server

Select a UK server in the BritVPN app.

4

Open BBC Sounds

Go to bbc.co.uk/sounds or open the app. It will load and play normally.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I listen to BBC Sounds in the USA?

Not without a VPN. BBC Sounds blocks US IP addresses. A UK VPN routes your connection through the UK so BBC Sounds grants access.

Is BBC Sounds available on American smart speakers?

BBC Sounds has an Alexa skill in the UK but it is not available on US-registered Amazon Echo devices. You can listen through your phone or browser with BritVPN active.

Why can't I find BBC Sounds on the US App Store?

The BBC Sounds app is available on the US App Store but the content is geo-blocked. You can download the app but you need a UK VPN connection to play anything.

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